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Computer engineers develop, improve, and implement the technologies that have become essential to the success of so many organizations. We look at the best schools offering a master’s in computer engineering, with NC State’s online computer engineering master’s program at No. 2, which focuses on VLSI systems and networking, along with computer architecture and systems.

Tiny computers can do wonderful things when strapped to your body—think smartwatches, fitness trackers and other wearables—but how to comfortably, easily and consistently power these devices without a bulky battery and the need for constant recharging is a challenge. Amay Bandodkar has come up with a novel idea: Use sweat.

Researchers from North Carolina State University have developed a new process that makes use of existing industry-standard techniques for making III-nitride semiconductor materials, but results in layered materials that will make LEDs and lasers more efficient.

A team from North Carolina State University—including Alper Bozkurt—and IBM are working with the non-profit to improve operations.

Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill are known for their research/technology roots and collegiate rivalries. This tri-city region (known as the Triangle) is luring new residents every day with strong job growth and a high quality of life.

NC State’s Board of Trustees welcomes three new members including Timothy Humphrey. Humphrey is a 1996 graduate of NC State with a Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering. He is a member of the NC State Electrical and Computer Engineering Hall of Fame. Humphrey serves as vice president of the IBM Chief Data Office, senior state executive for IBM in North Carolina and senior location executive for IBM in Research Triangle Park.

Amay Bandodkar’s lightweight sensors could make wearable tech more useful and practical.

A new AI method (nicknamed “LostGANs”) creates and retains a background image, while also creating figures that are consistent from picture to picture, but show change or movement.

24,901.6 miles: That’s the distance of the equator of the earth, and Jerry Healy (EE 1969) of Garner has one more mile to go before reaching it!

“We are definitely in a new era where we have new tools to achieve a more conscious and efficient communication with our pets and working animals,” explains NC State’s Alper Bozkurt.

Though he is today chief operating officer at Ben & Jerry’s ice cream franchisee Primo Partners LLC. Eric Taylor’s career journey includes working as an engineer and missile defense systems. “The [electrical] engineering degree that I received from N.C. State University created the foundation for me to be successful in life. I acquired invaluable skills that I utilize daily in problem solving and decision making.”

AZoCleantech speaks with Dr. Alper Bozkurt and Dr. Jay Levine from NC State. The pair teamed up to develop a system that monitors the movement of mussels. The opening and closing of bivalve mollusks can indicate toxins in aquatic environments. 

Robert Heath received the Innovator of the Year Award for his seminal work in signal processing and wireless communications. Fred Kish received the John S. Risley Entrepreneur of the Year Award for the success of multiple optical-communication technologies he’s helped commercialize. Kish‘s work has led to the launch of numerous telecommunications products, which have generated over $10 billion in total revenue.